Is the Focus RS a good daily driver?

Is the Focus RS a good daily driver?

As already mentioned above, the Focus RS is a great daily driver, use mine every day even though I also have a AWD Ford Kuga too. Use that car to transport the dogs about as theres no way Im using the RS for that.

Are Focus RS unreliable?

The Focus RS is well built from plenty of bespoke materials, and considering the mass-market standard car performed reasonably well in our Driver Power survey, the tailor-made RS model should be a solid and reliable machine. It certainly feels well built, with plenty of soft-touch plastics used throughout.

Is the Focus RS engine reliable?

The Focus RS didn’t feature on its own in or most recent reliability survey, but the Focus came fifth in the family car class if fitted with a diesel engine – a good result – and 11th if fitted with a petrol engine. Ford finished in 18th place out of 31 manufacturers.

Is Focus RS better than St?

Despite different design philosophies, it’s natural to compare the Focus RS vs ST. The ST adds more power, better suspension, and a six-speed manual transmission to the base Focus. The RS takes things even further, with a larger EcoBoost engine, AWD, and track-tuned suspension.

Is the Focus RS 4 wheel drive?

Fast-forward 23 years, and Ford has just released the Focus RS, a turbocharged, four-wheel drive, big-winged hot hatch to scare the pants off pretty much everything on the road. Yes, the third-generation Focus RS is here, and yes, Ford’s hottest of hot hatches is four-wheel drive. And powerful.

What problems does the Ford Focus RS have?

Reported problems with the RS are few, and on the whole owners seem happy with their cars. However, there have been several incidents relating to a leaking head gasket on the engine. A plume of white smoke on start up is the telltale sign, and a few owners have even needed new engines.

Why was the Focus RS discontinued?

2 The Ford Focus RS Was Discontinued in 2019 The vehicle was discontinued in 2018, with officials citing emission regulations, high cost of production, and increased taxation as the reasons behind its demise.

Does the Focus RS have anti lag?

They are so loud and pronounced it makes the RS sound like a proper WRC car running anti-lag. For the day we drove the car it was incredibly entertaining, and because it only really happens in Sport, I doubt the novelty would wear off either.